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Salem cab driver has L.A. gang ties, authorities say

SALEM — Joseph Garivay came to Salem and wound up driving for Paul’s Cab Co. Garivay, however, is

Defendant chose to pull trigger, prosecutor says

YOUNGSTOWN — A prosecutor told the jury Allen K. Frost purposely killed Gregory Sopher, but the

Bridal gown on Regis has McDonald connection

McDONALD — Employees of a village bridal gown distributor are celebrating the appearance of one of

Strickland outlines plan to rejuvenate Ohio budget

Strickland outlines plan to rejuvenate Ohio budget With a struggling economy and an anticipated

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Driver nabbed on drug, gun charges

YOUNGSTOWN — The driver of a car stopped for having no front license plate was arrested on charges

Owner claims horse, not dog

YOUNGSTOWN — The owner of the loose miniature horse rounded up by police along with a black Labrador

Help find Albert Byrd

Help find Albert Byrd YOUNGSTOWN — Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Albert D. Byrd, 35, of West

High school teen charged with arson

High school teen charged with arson YOUNGSTOWN — A 17-year-old Chaney High School boy was arrested

Mahoning, Shenango valley job programs get federal money

Mahoning, Shenango valley job programs get federal money Job training programs on both sides of

Boardman teen admits involvement in burglary at his dad’s home

Boardman teen admits involvement in burglary at his dad’s home BOARDMAN — Police charged a 16-

Guardianship set up, gag order imposed in Crawford case

Guardianship set up, gag order imposed in Crawford case YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County’s Probate

YSU, businesses strengthen partnerships

YSU, businesses strengthen partnerships YOUNGSTOWN — Businesses and Youngstown State University

Prison inmate dies at St. E’s

Prison inmate dies at St. E’s YOUNGSTOWN — A 77-year-old Huber Heights man on death row at the

Mercer Web site helps residents find their voting precincts

Mercer Web site helps residents find their voting precincts MERCER, Pa. — A new voter or new

Public invited to review of China trip at YSU

Public invited to review of China trip at YSU YOUNGSTOWN — More then a dozen Youngstown State

Salem Historical Society seeks nominees for Citizens of Honor award

Salem Historical Society seeks nominees for Citizens of Honor award SALEM — The Salem Historical

Lions Club marks 85th anniversary

Lions Club marks 85th anniversary WARREN — Warren Lions Club is celebrating 85 years of service to

Protestant organization sets installation, dinner

Protestant organization sets installation, dinner YOUNGSTOWN — Protestant Family Service, Greater

Bob Knight resigns as Texas Tech coach

No reason was given, but his son, Pat will take over the program. LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Bob Knight

Armour's 27 pace Liberty to 14th win, 10th in TAC

Lakeview and Newton Falls also triumphed while Lordstown won its 11th. LIBERTY — The Liberty High

McDonald grabs ITCL crown, 49-33

Emily Dolsak paced the Blue Devils in the win over Leetonia. McDONALD — The night before the

Anderson, Winslow, Hampton late additions to Pro Bowl roster

Two more Cleveland Browns are headed to Hawaii for the Pro Bowl. Not bad for a team that didn’t even

With C.C., its deal or no deal?

Johan Santana’s massive deal may make signing Sabathia too costly. CLEVELAND (AP) — As he exited

Name library for McGuffey, two urge board

YOUNGSTOWN — Richard Scarsella and Harry Meshel think it would be appropriate to name the new East

Conglose submits application for $42,576 traffic coordinator post

The former city official is already working in the private sector. YOUNGSTOWN — The ex-head

Nemenz vows to fight Wal-Mart with quality workers and goods

The owner of two local grocery store chains is no fan of Wal-Mart. CANFIELD — Henry Nemenz is

Police: UPS package held pot

Other packages that arrived have been turned over to detectives. GIRARD — A Campbell woman and

Pact OK brings $30M to RMI

paThe company plans $30 million in upgrades to the titanium mill. WEATHERSFIELD — RMI Titanium

Teen’s calm thinking leads cops to suspects

Police charged the men with aggravated burglary and receiving stolen property. BOARDMAN — A

Here is a rundown of today’s Super Tuesday primaries and caucuses. The breakdown by states,

Here is a rundown of today’s Super Tuesday primaries and caucuses. The breakdown by states, with the

Political disunity is good for government

Opinion: “United we stand; divided we fall,” Patrick Henry wrote in 1785. Other Founders also extolled unity.

Almost perfect Pats face offseason issues

Free agency and retirement could force roster changes. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The only perfect

Record TV audience sees game

Only the “M*A*S*H” series finale was watched by more people in the U.S. NEW YORK (AP) — The 97.5

Is ‘Ratatouille’ penalized because it’s animated?

If not for the relatively new category of best animated feature, it might have had a best-picture

Penguins participate in special program

YSU Penguins participate in special program YOUNGSTOWN — The YSU baseball team will sign

Girard stalls on matter of cruisers

Council may vote on the matter at its next meeting. GIRARD — A special meeting of Girard

Clinton and Obama events set in Valley

YOUNGSTOWN — Local supporters of the campaigns of the two Democratic presidential candidates will

Clemens scheduled to speak to congressional committee

Workout partner Andy Pettitte delivered sworn testimony on Monday. WASHINGTON (AP) — Not one of

Bipartisan cabinet would end gridlock

Opinion: For much of the past two decades, Americans have watched in frustration as presidents and members of

Getting noticed by the boss, the hard way

Opinion: WASHINGTON — A recent financial-page story noted that while the markets went down the bonuses paid

Black History Month: Great-granddaughter of slave conveys life lessons

PEOPLE CAN BECOME enslaved if they are addicted to drugs or alcohol, uneducated or act as if they

Ex-team treasurer pleads guilty in theft

Ex-team treasurer pleads guilty in theft WARREN — The former treasurer of the Hubbard Little

Langton-Bozic engagement is being announced

X JEFFERSON — Richard and Denise Helton of Jefferson are announcing the engagement of their

Marci Marra, Brad Brogan set wedding date

X SALEM — Frank and Karen Marra, 12330 Western Reserve Road, announce the engagement of their

Vindy.com News Podcast for February 5, 2008

The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, February 5, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Andrew Gaug.

“Nip/Tuck” (10 p.m., Fox): “Knots Landing” stars Joan Van Ark and Donna

“Nip/Tuck” (10 p.m., Fox): “Knots Landing” stars Joan Van Ark and Donna Mills reunite on a new

Despicable sickos prey on people in hospitals

Dear Heloise: Your recent letter about thieves in stores touched a nerve! Recently in our community,

May ceremony set for Golden-Moran exchange of vows

X COLUMBUS — Kimberly Golden and Jose Moran Jr., both of 5124 Dexter Falls Road, Columbus, announce

“We offer our condolences to the families of those who were killed in this incident, and we

Opinion: “We offer our condolences to the families of those who were killed in this incident, and we mourn

Forum Health Northside Medical Center

Forum Health Northside Medical Center Jeremy and Christine Lapikas, Brookfield, girl, Feb. 3.

A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:

A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township: CANFIELD Jan. 28

Super Bowl breaks viewership record

Super Bowl breaks viewership record NEW YORK — The New York Giants’ thrilling win over the New

Christine Godward, Christopher Green will marry in May

X POLAND — Thom and Janet Godward, 1877 Oles Ave., Poland, announce the engagement of their

Miss Thompson, Mr. Taylor set wedding date

X STRUTHERS — The engagement of Kathleen Thompson and Brian Taylor, both of 4411 Laurel Road,

Clinton, Obama supporters plan events

YOUNGSTOWN — Local supporters of the campaigns of the two Democratic presidential candidates will

Obama will salve our nation’s wounds

Opinion: Forty-seven years ago, my grandfather Dwight D. Eisenhower bid farewell to a nation he had served

Defense: Cutts knew site of body but is innocent

The ex-Canton police officer led authorities to the pregnant woman’s body. CANTON (AP) — A defense

Hinojos-Franklin wedding will be in San Antonio, Texas

X YOUNGSTOWN — Harry and Jackie Franklin, 5329 Linger Place, are announcing the engagement of their

Lytle-Calcagni wedding will be spring event

X Laura Renee Lytle, 874 Edenridge Drive, Boardman, and Michael Calcagni, 2017 Wolosyn Circle,

Today is Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 5, the 36th day of 2008. There are 330 days left in the year. On this

Dropouts make long primary less likely

Opinion: The withdrawal of Rudy Giuliani and John Edwards from the presidential race increases the likelihood

Quick CPR, firefighter response prove critical

The firefighters credit the Canfield woman with performing CPR properly and immediately.

Addiction to computer games makes her obese

Dear Annie: My beautiful wife, aided and abetted by playing computer games for several hours each

WILLIAM HOLMES MCGUFFEY America’s schoolmaster

Born in 1800 near Claysville, Pa. Grew up in Coitsville Township, Mahoning County. Wrote his first

May wedding set by Miss Crincic and Mr. Andes

X YOUNGSTOWN — The engagement of Rebecca Crincic and Christopher Andes, both of 2217 Breezewood

Board to meet about Harding school façade

A decision on the façade is needed by Feb. 19. WARREN — The board of education wants more

X Chaney High School Classes of 1947, 1948 and 1949 will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. Feb. 12 at

X Chaney High School Classes of 1947, 1948 and 1949 will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. Feb. 12 at Molly’s

Trumpeter finds right mix on ‘Italia’

The musician is influenced by both jazz and pop. NEW YORK — Chris Botti can’t quite figure out

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard P. McBride, 45, of 291 Athens Drive, Austintown, and

Bill would ban restaurants from serving obese patrons

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A stat lawmaker wants to ban restaurants from serving food to obese customers

Many postal agencies look to technology to compete

Because of e-business, there is less physical mail to deliver. NEW YORK (AP) — Marty Sellers used

Columbiana County moves toward increasing tourism

Bing said he wanted to work with chambers of commerce, historical societies and festivals.

Iraqi civilian deaths in airstrike raise concerns

Three others were wounded in the strike. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — The deaths of nine civilians,

Columbiana County budget commission splits over the amount of money available

The auditor was concerned the county revenue could fall if a recession hits. LISBON —

Another record high is possible

YOUNGSTOWN — The quirky weather this winter could leave the Mahoning Valley approaching a record

Columbiana County grand jury gets shooting case

LISBON — A Columbiana County grand jury will hear information Wednesday about a shooting death in

Political stimulus

Political stimulus Washington Post: There are two ways to look at the package of tax and spending

Surplus clothing

Surplus clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., clothing giveaway from 9 a.m. to

Man, 52, accused of inappropriately touching girl, 12

One girl sent text messages to her older brother. YOUNGSTOWN — A Struthers man was arrested after

Tiered wage system in health department aims to save money

Altman plans to hire new supervisors at lower pay rates. YOUNGSTOWN — A tiered wage system is

Man charged after running from police

Police found bags of suspected drugs near the car, a police report said. BOARDMAN — A Youngstown

LaGrotta sentenced to house arrest

The judge added community service to LaGrotta’s sentence. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A former

Rise in handicap placards to be reviewed

Some people with placards have a disability that’s not visible, the chairwoman of an advisory group

Support group seeks free meeting room

Support group seeks free meeting room YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Chapter of the Postpartum Support

CRIME PREVENTION Tips from Boardman police

CRIME PREVENTION Tips from Boardman police Township police remind residents to follow these tips

STEELHOUNDS PREVIEW \ This week’s lineup

Franck honored: SteelHounds goaltender Andy Franck has been named the Oakley CHL Goaltender of the

Smith’s 22 points lead Lisbon’s victory

The Blue Devils turned back East Palestine, 45-35. EAST PALESTINE — Emily Smith’s 22 points Monday

Politically speaking, there’s not much ‘super’ about today

Editorial: Politically speaking, there’s not much ‘super’ about today It’s hard to believe that Super Tuesday

McDonald grabs ITCL crown

Emily Dolsak paced the Blue Devils in the win over Leetonia. McDONALD — The night before the

Warriors capture the final TAC title

The 49-31 win over LaBrae was Brookfield’s 17th this season. BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield High

Bush’s budget boosts defense proposal

WASHINGTON — President Bush, facing his final go-around on spending with a Democratic-run Congress

McDonald clinches

McDonald clinches Behind the stellar play of senior forward Emily Dolsak, the McDonald girls

NBA ROUNDUP

NBA ROUNDUP Monday’s games Mavericks 107, Magic 98 ORLANDO, Fla. — Josh Howard scored 28

Devils rally to defeat Penguins in overtime

New Jersey won 4-3 after trailing 3-1 in the third period. NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Zach Parise scored

Research shows cost benefits among smokers, obese people

LONDON (AP) — Preventing obesity and smoking can save lives, but it doesn’t save money, researchers

Suicide attack in Israel validates border concerns

Two groups claimed responsibility for the attack JERUSALEM — When Hamas militants toppled the

Will front-runners emerge?

More than 20 states are holding primaries and caucuses today. LOS ANGELES — Voters may clarify

HANDICAP PARKING TAGS | Eligible Ohioans

General Information: Must have a disability that limits or impairs the ability to walk.

TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Monday’s games

MEN Louisville 71, No. 16 Marquette 57 MILWAUKEE — Marquette still hasn’t figured out

Trumbull GOP to meet at Mocha House

Trumbull GOP to meet at Mocha House WARREN — The Trumbull County Republican Party will have its

East holds off Fitch for a 54-52 triumph

Mooney, Campbell and Warren Harding posted victories. YOUNGSTOWN — The East High girls

QB Pryor adds intrigue to OSU-Michigan rivalry

The top prep prospect likely will decide between the two schools on Wednesday. ANN ARBOR, Mich.

South Range captures ITCL Tier One crown

The Raiders edged United, 49-47. NORTH LIMA — The last time the South High girls basketball

Pasquale ready for first Penguin baseball season

The new head coach told the Curbstone Coaches about his team Monday. BOARDMAN — Content in

Aruban prosecutor: Tape is admissible

Aruban prosecutor: Tape is admissible ORANJESTAD, Aruba — A hidden-camera interview with a Dutch

Great-granddaughter of slave conveys life lessons

WARREN — People can become enslaved if they are addicted to drugs or alcohol, uneducated or act as

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